Oral Communication

Speech Context

Refers to the setting in which communication takes place, helping to establish meaning and influencing what is said and how it is said.

Intrapersonal Communication

Centers on one person where the speaker acts as both the sender and receiver of the message, made up of thoughts and feelings.

Example of Intrapersonal Communication

Spending the night thinking and analyzing how to budget your allowance.

The Brain of the Speaker

The channel of communication for intrapersonal communication, processing thoughts or feelings.

Interpersonal Communication

Communication between and among people, establishing personal relationships.

Example of Interpersonal Communication

Talking to a classmate about a final requirement.

Dynamics of Interpersonal Communication

Includes two individuals interacting in casual or formal communication situations.

Dyad Communication

Interaction between two persons verbally or nonverbally.

Small Group Communication

Involves three to twelve people exchanging views on a common topic.

Public Communication

Communication that occurs before or in front of a group or audience.

Example of Public Communication

A senator delivering a speech to the Senate.

Characteristics of Public Communication

Involves exaggerated channels, such as louder voices and more expansive gestures due to a larger audience.

Mass Communication

Communication through various mediums such as television, radio, and newspapers.

Example of Mass Communication

A student journalist articulating their stance on current issues in the school newspaper.

Communication Shifting

The process of communicating between departments and its importance.

Consequences of Unreliable Communication

Can result in missing, inaccurate, or unnecessary information, misunderstandings, and poor quality of information.

Communication Compositions

Includes language form, duration of interaction, speaker relation, roles, responsibilities, message, and delivery.

Guidelines for Effective Communication

Specify key information, know the audience, cut unnecessary information, and encourage two-way communication.

Expository Speech

Conveys information that the audience does not know, aiming to explain or enlighten.

Speech About Objects

Focuses on tangible items in the sensory and physical world.

Speech About Events

important incidents, personal or historical and seeks to enlighten the listeners about said events.

Speech About Processes

series of actions or steps taken in order to achieve a particular and desired outcome.

Speech About Concepts

Focuses on abstract ideas, such as theories, philosophies, and values.

Guidelines for Expository Speaking

Clarify purpose, explain clearly, use visual aids, and organize ideas.

Persuasive Speech

Aims to convince the audience to accept the speaker's point of view.

Components of a Persuasive Speech

Includes logical appeals and emotional appeals.

Logic Appeals

Arguments presenting information showing why a conclusion must be rationally true.

Emotional Appeals

Aims to make the audience feel a certain way to accept a conclusion.

Effectiveness of Persuasive Speech

Depends on factors beyond the words, such as audience willingness, speaker body language, and environment.

Communication Influencing Factors

Includes the speaker's delivery, audience's openness, and context of the speech.

BETWEEN AND AMONG PEOPLE

includes two individuals and it can vary from casual and very personal to formal and impersonal communication situations.

A wide range of audience

Mass Media